Latest Updates

The launch of the New Forest Green Halo Partnership took place on 22 November.  As one of the founder members HPW Architecture fully supports the Partnership, the aim of which is to ensure that the environment in and around the New Forest is a vital part of a thriving, economically successful community. 

As well as Canoe2 and the Wildlife Trust BCN,  20 stores at Rushden Lakes opened on the first weekend, including Clarks with a new concept store, Marks and Spencer, Primark, H&M, JD Sports, Boots, Holland & Barrett and Fat Face, L’Occitane, White Stuff, Joules and Jigsaw.

HPW Architecture Directors and senior design team attended a celebratory event at Rushden Lakes organised by The Crown Estate for all stakeholders, consultants and contractors involved in designing and delivering this ground breaking project. 

HPW announces new director appointments as the business begins a gradual transition of leadership to a new generation.

Our resident cycling enthusiast Ben Jepson has just completed the iconic Fred Whitton Challenge, a charity event held in the Lake District National Park.

On 7th March 2017, Gary Wilburn and Paul Stansfield were invited to show a presentation of the Rushden Lakes development to students and pupils, teachers and parents at two schools in the local area.

On Tuesday 21st March 2017, the CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) are hosting a CPD event at the Solent Hotel, Whiteley, starting at 6.15pm.

Held in the new Spark building at Southampton Solent University on 14th February, Sam spoke to Architectural Technology undergraduates and CIAT members about life in industry after University.

Latest amendments to the leisure scheme at Rushden Lakes approved and welcomed by East Northamptonshire Council planning committee.

The Northamptonshire Telegraph have published an article on Rushden Lakes, featuring the nature reserves and wildlife which have been an integral consideration within the scheme designed by HPW Architecture.